Physical Therapists Salary in Southwest Virginia

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwest Virginia nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $102,150 +1.1% vs national
Median hourly $49.11
10th percentile $77,380
90th percentile $125,430
Employed locally 180
National median $101,020

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $77,380
    25th
    $79,320
    50th (median)
    $102,150
    75th
    $115,030
    90th
    $125,430

    Top-paying metros for Physical Therapists

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $137,250
    Vallejo, CA $136,440
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $136,200
    Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA $134,810
    Chico, CA $131,370
    Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA $130,160

    Related occupations in Southwest Virginia

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $79,260
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $59,300
    Pharmacy Technicians $36,920
    Emergency Medical Technicians $35,900
    Pharmacists $131,640
    Psychiatric Technicians $41,440

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Physical Therapists make per hour in Southwest Virginia?

    The median hourly wage for Physical Therapists in Southwest Virginia is $49.11, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $64.86 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest Virginia above or below average for Physical Therapists salaries?

    The median Physical Therapists salary in Southwest Virginia is 1.1% above the national median of $101,020. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Physical Therapists in Southwest Virginia?

    Entry-level Physical Therapists (10th percentile) earn around $77,380 per year in Southwest Virginia. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $79,320.